smacking

[ˈsmækɪŋ]

smacking Definition

  • 1a sharp sound made by hitting or slapping something
  • 2the act of hitting someone with an open hand, especially a child as a punishment

Using smacking: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "smacking" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She heard the smacking of the waves against the shore.

  • Example

    He gave his son a smacking for misbehaving in school.

smacking Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for smacking

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Summary: smacking in Brief

'Smacking' [ˈsmækɪŋ] refers to a sharp sound made by hitting or slapping something. It can also mean the act of hitting someone with an open hand, especially a child as a punishment. An example of its use is 'He gave his son a smacking for misbehaving in school.'